Serving 40 students in grades 7-12, Downriver High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downriver High School?
The graduation rate of Downriver High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Downriver High School?
40 students attend Downriver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Downriver High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downriver High School?
Downriver High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Downriver High School offer ?
Downriver High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Downriver High School part of?
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